Dr. Joseph M Casey M.D.
Surgeon
9610 Us Highway 42 Prospect KY, 40059About
Dr. Joseph Casey is a general surgeon practicing in Prospect, KY. Dr. Casey specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Casey provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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University of Louisville School of Medicine 1981
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